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Virgin Atlantic will launch flights between London Heathrow and São Paulo, Brazil, in 2020. The new service aims to capitalise on the fast-growing Brazilian economy, which benefits from year-round transatlantic demand.

The leading figureheads, decision-makers and influencers of Latin America’s travel and tourism industry are scheduled to attend the ceremony, which will mark World Travel Awards’ first visit to Bolivia.

Following a competitive pitch process, the company was awarded the two-year contract due to its in-depth US knowledge and extensive industry experience in marketing destinations across the globe to a UK audience.